Daily Prayer for Peace
1:00 p.m.
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Gathering in Silence
Call to Prayer
Lighting of CandleInvitation |
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It is good to welcome you today
to this sacred place. Thank you for your gift of presence. Each day in
this Temple dedicated to the pursuit of peace, we pray to God for peace
in our world. In addition, each day we pray for a different country.
Today we will hold up the people of Oman in our prayers. Oman is located
in the Middle East. Oman's moderate, independent foreign policy has
sought to maintain good relations with all Middle Eastern countries.
Oil, exported since 1967, has financed roads, schools, and hospitals.
The majority of Omanis still farm or fish, and protection of fisheries
and coastal zones is promoted. In 1997, Omani women were given the right
to vote and to stand for election to the Consultative Council, whose
executive powers are curtailed. Five years later, the same right was
extended to all voters above the age of 21.
As we have lit the candle of peace, may it’s light illumine our hearts
and shine into the darkness of all our pain and fear just as the light
of Christ fills our hearts. |
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| Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 26-27
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The body is one, even though it has many
parts; all the parts—many though they are—comprise a single body. And so
it is with Christ. It was by one Spirit that all of us, whether we are
Jews or Greeks, slaves or citizens, were baptized into one body. All of
us have been given to drink of the one Spirit. And that Body is not one
part; it is many. If one member suffers, all the members suffer with it;
if one member is honored, all the members share its joy. You, then, are
the body of Christ, and each of you is a member of it. |
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Prayer for Peace by Fr. Timothy Schoen,
Conception, Missouri |
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Almighty and eternal God,
creator of the universe,
author of the order which governs all the ages,
through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord,
you have revealed to us
that those who work for peace
will truly be called your children.
You have given all peoples one common origin,
and your will is to gather them
as one family in yourself.
Fill the hearts of all men and women
with the fire of your love
and the desire to ensure justice
for all their brothers and sisters.
Help us to work without ceasing for that justice
which alone can bring true and lasting peace.
May those who are already at peace with one another
hold fast to the good will that unites them;
may those who are still enemies
forget their hatred and be healed.
Enable us all to receive with grateful hearts
that peace which the world cannot give
and which surpasses all human understanding.
We ask this in Jesus' name. Amen. |
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Hymn - Brothers and Sisters of Mine
- Hymns of the Saints #388 |
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Prayers of the People
Please join us now, praying the Prayers of the People. During the
moments of silence, you are invited to pray silently or meditate. |
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In peace, we pray to you, Lord God. We humbly ask your
blessing upon all people in their daily life and work; for our families,
friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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We pray for the well-being of this community, the nations, and
especially the people of Oman this day. They are a people who practice
peace. Bless them in their efforts to be a light of peace in this
war-torn corner of our world. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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We remember the special needs and concerns of this congregation, and we
confess to you our shortcomings. In your compassion forgive us our sins,
we ask. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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Open our eyes for new ways to a just and proper use of your creation. We
have exploited the land and its people. Teach us to work for justice,
freedom, and peace, not for ourselves alone but for all persons. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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We pray for the needs and personal concerns of those gathered here, for
family and friends, as well as self. Be with us, and guide us is our
plea. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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Please use this space to pray for any
current concern or event in our community, city, state, nation or world
that you feel needs to be held up to God for prayerful consideration.
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| The People Pray in Silence |
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Hear our prayers, Great God, and send your Holy Spirit to be with us as
we seek to know you and do your will. Amen. |
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| Sending Forth |
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We conclude our service today with Ministry of Music. We
invite you to remain in the quiet of this place to pray or meditate for
as long as you may wish.
Now, go from here with the peace that only the Creator can give to be
peacemakers in your own special way in your part of the world. Amen. |
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| Ministry of Music |
